Aigis Mechtronics MLAR Series User manual

MINILINE VANDAL RESISTANT
RECESSSED MOUNT DOMES
MLAR SERIES
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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This label may appear on the bottom of the unit due to space limitations.
The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilat-
eral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of elec-
tric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to presence of important operating and main-
tenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the appliance.
Attention: Installation should be performed by qualified service
personnel only in accordance with the National Electrical Code
or applicable local codes.
24 VAC Units:
Do Not Exceed 30 VAC Input.Voltage applied to the unit’s power input should
not exceed 30 VAC. Normal input voltage is 24 VAC. User supplied wiring
from 24 VAC supply to unit must be in compliance with electrical codes (Class
2 power levels). Do not ground 24 VAC supply at power supply terminals or at
unit’s power supply terminals.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN
COVERS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
UNITS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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Attention: L'installation doit être effectuée uniquement par du
personnel de service qualifié conformément à la réglementation
du Code Electrique National ou à la réglementation locale.
Appareils 24 VCA
Ne pas excéder 30 VCA. La tension appliquée à l'entrée d'alimentation de l'ap-
pareil ne devrait pas excéder 30 VCA.Toute installation électrique fournissant
du 24 Volts courant alternatif doit être conforme aux codes électriques.
(Niveaux d'alimentation de la Classe 2). Ne pas brancher une prise de terre
sur les bornes d'alimentation 24 Volts ou aux bornes d'alimentation de l'ap-
pareil.
En raison de limitation de place, cette étiquette peut être placée sur le
dessous de l'appareil.
L'éclair fléché dans un triangle équilatéral, avertit l'utilisateur de
la présence d'une "tension dangereuse" non isolée à l'intérieur
de l'appareil et d'une valeur suffisante pour constituer un risque
d'électrocution.
Le point d'exclamation contenu dans un triangle équilatéral, aver-
tit l'utilisateur de la présence, dans la documentation qui accom-
pagne l'appareil, de consignes d'utilisation et de maintenance
mportantes.
ATTENTION
RISQUE D'ÉLECTROCUTION.
NE PAS OUVRIR
DANGER: POUR ÉVITER TOUT RISQUE D'ÉLECTROCUTION, NE PAS
OUVRIR LE BOÎTIER. IL N'Y A PAS DE PIÈCES REMPLAÇABLES À L'IN-
TÉRIEUR. POUR TOUTE RÉVISION, S'ADRESSER À UN TECHNICIEN SPÉ-
CIALISÉ.
ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LE RISQUE D'ÉLECTROCUTION OU D'IN-
CENDIE, NE PAS EXPOSER À LA PLUIE OU À L'HUMIDITÉ UN APPAREIL.
SECURITE

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Achtung! Die Installation sollte nur von qualifiziertem
Kundendienstpersonal gemäß jeweilig zutreffender
Elektrovorschriften
ausgeführt werden.
24 VAC Geräte
Achtung! 30 Volt Eingangswechselspannung darf für 24 VAC Modelle nicht
überschritten werden. Normal-betrieb findet bei 24 Volt Wechselspannung
statt. Die Kabel- bzw. Drahtverbindung vom Netzgerät zu dem vor-liegenden
Gerät muß die Bestimmungen der Schutz-klasse II erfüllen. Nicht die 24-Volt-
Leitung erden weder am Netzgerät noch an den Anschlußklemmen des vorlie-
genden Gerätes
VORSICHT
RISICO EINES ELEKTRISCHEN
SCHLAGES NICHT OFFNEN!
SICHERHEITSVORKEHRUNGEN
VORSICHT: UM EINEN ELEKTRISCHEN SCHLAG ZU VERMEIDEN, ABDECK-
UNG NICHT ENTFERNEN. WARTUNGEN ALLER ART QUALIFIZIERTEM
PERSONAL ÜBERLASSEN.
Aus Platzgründen kann diese Warnung auf der Unterseite des Gerätes angebracht
sein.
Das Blitzsymbol im gleichseitigen Dreieck soll den Benutzer auf nicht
isolierte "Hochspannung" im Gehäuse aufmerksam machen, die
eventuell stark genug ist, um einen elektrischen Schlag zu verur-
sachen.
Das Ausrufezeichen im gleichseitigen Dreieck soll den Benutzer auf
wichtige Bedienungs- und Wartungsanleitungen in der dem Gerät
beigefügten Literatur aufmerksam machen.
WARNUNG: UM FEUER ODER ELEKTRISCHE SCHLÄGE ZU VERMEIDEN,
SETZEN SIE DAS GERÄT NIEMALS REGEN ODER FEUCHTIGKEIT AUS.

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Atención: La instalación de este equipo debe ser realizada por
personal capacitado, solo en acuerdo, y en cumplimiento de nor-
mas del "National Electric Code" (Código Eléctrico Nacional) ó
las normas del Gobierno Nacional Local.
Unidades de 24 VCA
No exceder 30 VCA de entrada.Voltage suplido a la unidad no debe exceder
30 VCA.Voltage de entrada normal es de 24 VCA. El cableado de 24 VCA
provisto por el usuario debe cumplir con las normas eléctricas (Clase 2 de
niveles de alimentación). No conectar los 24 VCA a tierra en las terminales de
la alimentación ó a las terminales de la fuente de alimentación de la unidad.
Debido a limitaciones de espacio, esta etiqueta puede aparecer en la parte inferior
de la unidad.
El símbolo representado por un relámpago con punta de flecha dentro de
un triángulo equilátero, se muestra con el objetivo de alertar al usuario
que existen "voltages peligrosos" sin aislamiento, dentro de la cubierta de
la unidad. Dichos voltages pueden ser de tal magnitud que constituyen un
riesgo de choque eléctrico a personas.
El símbolo de exclamación dentro de un triángulo equilátero, se muestra
con el objetivo de alertar al ususario de que instrucciones de operación y
mantenimiento importantes acompañan al equipo.
PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
PRECAUCION
RIESGO DE CHOQUE
ELECTRICO INO ABRIR1!
PRECAUCION: PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELÉCTRICO,
FAVOR NO ABRIR LA CUBIERTA. ESTE EQUIPO NO CONSTA DE PIEZAS O
PARTES QUE REQUIEREN SERVICIO O MANTENIMIENTO. PARA
REPARACIONES FAVOR REFERIRSE A UN TÉCNICO CALIFICADO.
PELIGRO: PARA EVITAR EL PELIGRO DE INCENDIO Ó CHOQUE ELÉCTRI-
CO, NO EXPONGA A LA LLUVIA Ó HUMEDAD.

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FCC & ICES INFORMATION
(U.S.A. and Canadian Models Only)
WARNING - This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and ICES-003 of Industry
Canada.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense. Intentional or unintentional changes or modifications
not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance shall not be made.Any
such changes or modifications could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television
technician for corrective action.The user may find the following booklet prepared by
the Federal Communications Commission helpful: "How to Identify and Resolve Radio-
TV Interference Problems." This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing
Office,Washington, DC 20402, Stock No.004-000-00345-4.
WARNING: THIS IS A CLASS A PRODUCT. IN A DOMESTIC ENVIRON-
MENT, THIS PRODUCT MAY CAUSE RADIO INTERFERENCE IN WHICH
CASE THE USER MAY BE REQUIRED TO TAKE ADEQUATE MEASURES.
1. UNPACKING
Unpack carefully.This is an electromechanical device and should be handled
carefully. Check to ensure that the following items are included:
•Integrated camera/housing unit
•Hardware kit containing (2) 6-32 x 3/4 mounting screws
If an item appears to have been damaged in shipment, replace it properly in its
carton and notify the shipper. If any items are missing, notify Aigis Mechtronics.
The shipping carton is the safest container in which the unit may be
transported. Save it for possible future use.
2. SERVICE
If the unit ever needs repair service, the customer should contact Aigis
Mechtronics for return authorization and shipping instructions,
1-800-523-6500.

4. INSTALLATION
Attention: Installations should be performed by qualified service personnel
only in accordance with the National Electrical Code or applicable local codes.
Model No. Voltage Range Power
PAL Models 21 to 27 VAC, 50 Hz or 11 to 13 VDC 2.7 W
NTSC Models 21 to 27 VAC, 60 Hz or 11 to 13 VDC 2.7W
4.1 Preparing the Unit
Remove the integrated camera/dome unit from the carton. Feed wires through
opening and if necessary, break tab.
4.2 Connecting Low Voltage Power & Video Signal
The wiring harness will have a BNC connector to accept video coax and two
push-wire connectors to accept the low voltage power. For mounting to an
electrical box, run power and video lines through a knockout into the box
(not provided). For mounting directly to a wall or ceiling, run power and video
lines via conduit to the desired location.
Caution: Before proceeding, be sure to disconnect the power from the cable
to be installed into the unit. Be sure that the unit is of the proper voltage
type for the line power being used.
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3. DESCRIPTION
The MLAR Series Domes are small, discreet surveillance domes containing
high performance 1/4-inch CCD cameras.
Figure 1 Dome Assembly
Power Board
Camera Assembly
Recessed Can Assembly BNC
& Power Connector
Dome Cover Assembly

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4.3 Mounting
This unit is designed to mount to a two gang deep electrical box
(see Figure 2) or the unit can be mounted to a ceiling or wall without a gang
box (see Figure 3).
Figure 2 Two-Gang Electrical Box Mount
4.2.1 Connecting Low Voltage Power
1. Prepare the camera’s low voltage wires by stripping 9-11 mm (0.39 inch)
from each wire.The push-wire connector is designed to accommodate
AWG 20-16 wire.
2. Connect the line and neutral wires.To connect, press the button on the
connector fully as indicated on the connector. Insert the stripped
conductor into the square entry and release.
3. DC Applications:The neutral/common wire for 12 VDC supply is to be
installed in the connector on the black wire.The 12 VDC supply wire is to
be installed in the connector on the red wire.
AC Applications: The camera’s operation is not effected by the polarity
of the 24 VAC wires. However in multiple camera systems consistent
wiring configurations will help maintain roll-free switching.
4.2.2 Connecting Video Cable
1. Route and connect video cable to BNC connector.
ø.87
22,1
2. Place 2 screws through the unit's slotted
screw holes and mount directly to the gang box.
1. Remove two screws and discard back plate. ( Not Shown)
3. After making camera adjustments, replace the dome cover to the unit.

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Figure 3 Wall or Ceiling Mount
Figure 4 VariFocal Series Adjustment Points
Figure 5 Fixed Focal Series Adjustment Points
5. CAMERA ADJUSTMENT
5.1 MLAR VariFocal Series
Ceiling Mount
Remove two screws and discard plate
when mounting to a two gang
electrical box.
2.
Insert screws through
the holes and attach
to the mounting box.
Sample Anchor Type
Cable, Conduit Opening
(Sample Ceiling Tile - not included)
3. Secure the unit to the wall or ceiling.
4. After making camera adjustments,
replace the dome cover to the unit.
1. When mounting the unit to the wall, position the
unit such that the cable knockout is toward the floor.
See Detail A
Tilt adjustment;
Thumb Nut.
Note: the entire bracket
rotates.
rotate adjustment dial.
adjustments have been made.
6. When camera position is set,
replace dome cover.
1. Remove Dome Cover.
3. Adjust for proper tilt
orientation by using the Thumb nut.
2. Adjust the camera for vertical and
horizontal tilt using the Thumb Nut.
4. Rotate the bracket for proper
pan adjustment.
5. To square camera once
Tilt adjustment;
Thumb Nut.
Phase Adjust
5.2 MLAR Fixed Focal Series
Adjustment Dial
Pivot Point A
Thumbnut
Pivot Point A
Thumbnut
Pivot Point B
1. Remove Dome Cover 3. Adjust the base for proper Pan
at Pivot Point B by rotating the
entire base bracket.
2. Adjust the camera for horizontal tilt
by using the thumbnuts at Pivot
Points A. 4. Re-Tighten the thumbnuts as
needed.
5. To Square the camera once
all adjustments are made
rotate the adjustment dial.

Figure 6 Camera Assembly
6.1.2 Dip Switch Location and Settings
See Detail B for dip switch information.
Figure 7 Dip Switch Location
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6. CAMERA AND LENS SETTINGS
6.1 MLAR VariFocal Series
The Camera module has various settings for any additional adjustments that
may be required. See Figure 6 and 7 for adjustment locations.
6.1.1 Phase Adjust
The phase adjust control is located on the power board next to the power
cable connections (see Figure 6).To adjust phase, use a small screwdriver to
rotate control (blue block with yellow screw hole) until picture is
synchronized with other cameras in the system.
See Detail A
Scale 3.x
Phase Adjust
Detail A
Phase Adjust Pot
See Detail B

Note: is factory set up
Set to this position when a strong
DETAIL B Dip Switch Settings
The following chart diagrams the selectable dip switches and their respective functions:
1
2
3
4
IRIS
Flickerless
(FL)
Backlight
Compensation
(BLC)
Synchronization
Mode
DC IRIS
AES
Shutter speed to be fixed at 1/100 sec.
Normal position
light is in the back ground.
Normal position
Internal Synchronization mode
Line lock mode
DC
AES
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
INT
L.L.
IRIS
DC ON ON INT
12 3 4
FL SyncBLC
Note: is factory set up
Set to this position when a strong
1
2
3
4
IRIS
Auto Gain
Control
(AGC)
Backlight
Compensation
(BLC)
Synchronization
Mode
DC IRIS
AES
Gain Level to be fixed at min.
Set to this position to improve camera
sensitivity in low light conditions.
light is in the back ground.
Normal position
Internal Synchronization mode
Line lock mode
DC
AES
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
INT
L.L.
IRIS
DC OFF ON INT
12 3 4
AGC SyncBLC
Color Camera
Black & White Camera
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6.2 MLAR Fixed Focal Series
As received, the unit will be set such that the line lock is on, the backlight
compensation is off and automatic white balance is on (color models only).
A -Power Block
1. Supply
2. Secondary GND
(Do not connect)
3. Supply (Supply accepts 24 Vac
or 12Vdc, polarity independent,
galvanically isolated from video
GND)
B - Video Cable Output Connection
Figure 6 Fixed Focal Camera Adjustments
C -DC Iris Cable Connection
D -Vphase Adjustment
Adjust control until desired setting is
achieved
E - Default Dipswitch Settings
On - LL (Line Lock)
NC (Not Connected)
On - WB (White Balance)
Off - BLC (Back Light Compensation)
Camera Module Adjustments and Connections
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Detail C
Scale
2.x
See Detail
C
Powerboard
See Detail D for Camera Module
Adjustments and Connections.
Dip Switches
Line Lock White Balance
Back-Light Compensation
Detail D

7. R EPLACEMENT PARTS
315 4275 XXX Dome Cover
5.50
139,7
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5.28
134,1
[] 3.06
77,7
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5.28
134,1
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8. DIMENSIONAL OUTLINE
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9. CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS
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monochrome color
OPTION -MS -MH -CS -CH
Horizontal
Resolution 380 TVL 570 TVL 330 TVL 480 TVL
Voltage Range
-1 fixed lens 12-24 VAC or 12-36 VDC, 50 Hz
varifocal lens 21-27 VAC or 11-13 VDC, 50 Hz
-2 fixed lens 12-24 VAC or 12-36 VDC, 60 Hz
varifocal lens 21-27 VAC or 11-13 VDC, 60 Hz
Power 3W
Sensitivity
minimum scene illumination
f/1.2 lens, 50 IRE
fixed lens 0.2 lux
varifocal lens 0.12 lux
fixed lens 1.6 lux
varifocal lens 1.2 lux
Imager 1/4-inch Image Format; Interline Transfer CCD
System -1 CCIR PAL
-2 EIA NTSC
Signal to Noise Fixed - 48dB Varifocal - more than 50dB
Electronic Shutter 1/50 (1/60 EIA) to 1/100,000
Backlight
Compensation Selectable On/Off Control
White Balance N/A Automatic Sensing through the Len
(TTL System): +2700 K to 9000 K.
Video Output Composite; 1.0 Vp-p, 75ohm
Synchronization AC Line-lock: (AC supplied)
DC Crystal-lock: (DC supplied or Line-Lock off)
Phase Adjust 0º to 330º
Connector Video BNC
Power In-line push wire connectors
Controls
Fixed Line lock on/off; ATW/AWB hold; BLC on/off
Varifocal
Iris - DL/AE
AGC - on/off
BLC - on/off
Sync mode - INT/L.L.
Iris - DL/AES
Flickerless - on/off
BLC - on/off
Sync mode - INT/L.L.
Options -N
Includes unshielded twisted pair transmitter compatible
with NVT receivers.
Permits video transmission of up to 1000 ft when passive
receiver is used & 3000 ft when active receiver is used.

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10. MOUNTNG TEMPLATE
Square3.90
99,1
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(2X)
Clearance for Trim
Ring Mounting Screws
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6,4[]
4.63
117,6
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4.96
126
[]
ø(2X)
When Using Toggle Clamps
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16
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